1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |